Ophthalmic Scribe

Center for Sight Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Maryland

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Billing, Data Management, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Establish Priorities, High School Diploma, Medical Assistance, Medical Office, Medical Products, Medical Terminology, Medical Treatment, Medications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Ophthalmology, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Patient Education, Problem Solving Skills, Team Player, Time Management

LOCATION

Las Vegas, Maryland

POSTED

9 days ago

Primary Purpose:

This individual is responsible for providing accurate documentation and summarization of the ocular examination and recommendations while maintaining patient flow and communication regarding appointment status.

Primary Duties: (*=essential functions)

To accurately document examination findings, proper coding/billing
To complete assessment and plan in a timely manner.*
To ensure proper transmission of electronic prescriptions and documenting chart correctly.*
To assist during the exam such as holding the patients head in slit lamp, instilling eye drops, providing instruments and following directions in a medical emergency. *
To provide appropriate written instructions, and/or printed patient education material.*
To assist and ensure patient understands all instructions.*
To maintain efficient patient flow, including monitoring Room Manager and alerting physician to patient related messages.*
To assist patient with completion of forms (i.e. DMV, legally blind letter, PAP)*
To assist physician with minor office procedures including laser procedures and proper instrument set-up.*
To audit the provider schedule at least weekly.*
To complete all To-Do messages daily.*
To stock provider rooms daily with instruments, medications and medical supplies.*
To interact and communicate (both verbally and written) effectively and professionally with clinic supervisors, front desk personnel, fellow scribes, technicians, testers and all staff.*
To assist with telephone support regarding ocular emergencies, prescription refills and patient care questions.*
To escort patients to and from waiting areas using patients surname.*
To perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
Some college preferred
1-2 years ophthalmic experience
Unexpired certification as ophthalmic scribe or ophthalmic technician
Requires general knowledge of medical terminology, ophthalmic knowledge preferred
Requires ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information
Requires strong computer competency including intermediate knowledge and experience with Excel, Word and Outlook (calendar/email), data management programs and the ability to easily adapt to new software applications or data management systems
Ability to walk or stand for multiple hours per day
Bilingual preferred, not required
Requires ability to work well in a team situation or in any other role assigned or at any other clinic site
Requires ability to be productive and manage time accordingly and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines
Requires excellent spelling and strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Requires ability to perform accurate documentation within set deadlines
Requires ability to recognize and seek advice when needed
Requires ability to function as a reliable, punctual, flexible and responsive team member
Requires ability to be proactive and competent in problem solving
Requires ability to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting

About the Company

Center for Sight Las Vegas

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